LC-20SH3X Congratulations on Your Purchase! This Sharp product is warranted against faults in materials and manufacture for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. LCD COLOUR TELEVISION If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
ENGLISH LC-20SH3X OPERATION MANUAL Contents Supplied Accessories ...................................................... 1 Dear SHARP Customer .................................................... 2 Important Safety Precautions ......................................... 2 Preparation ....................................................................... 3 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ................... 3 Using the Remote Control ........................................... 3 Power Connection .
Dear SHARP Customer Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. Important Safety Precautions • Cleaning—Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Preparation Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Before using the LCD TV set for the first time, install the two “AA” size batteries supplied in the remote control. When the batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AA” size batteries. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two “AA” size batteries. 3 Close the battery cover. 1 • Detach the cover while pressing the (") part.
Preparation (Continued) Power Connection Connect to the AC INPUT terminal of the LCD TV set using the AC cord (supplied). POWER AC INPUT terminal (110-240V) Household power outlet Plug into power outlet. AC cord NOTE • Unplug the AC cord from the LCD TV set and power outlet when the LCD TV set is not to be used for a long period of time. Antenna Connection ■ Using a TV antenna cable • Using the antenna cable, connect the room antenna terminal to the antenna terminal on the LCD TV set.
Part Names of the Main Unit Table stand Controls Easel type The angle of the LCD TV set has to be kept at 12°. Upper control panel VOL (volume) (–)/(+) CH (channel) ( )/( ) MENU TV/VIDEO POWER 12° Easel type table stand Caution: • Be careful not to hurt your fingers with the stand. • Do not pick up the LCD TV set by its stand. • Securely unfold the easel type table stand until you hear a clicking sound.
Part Names of the Main Unit (Continued) Terminals Rear View AC INPUT terminal ANT. (Antenna terminal) Table stand Headphone jack Y PB INPUT1 PR AUDIO (R) AUDIO (L) INPUT2 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) AUDIO OUT How to Fix the Cables Pull the cables connected to each terminal. Insert the cables into the stand hole and fix the cables. Stand hole 6 LC-20SH3X_E_P01-07.p65 6 2005.8.
Part Names of the Remote Control MPX Switches to the sound mode. (P. 20) POWER (P. 8) VOL (+)/(-) (Volume) (P. 9) TV/VIDEO ( )/( ) Switches the input source between INPUT1, INPUT2 and TV mode. (P. 8) OK (P. 12) RETURN Returns to the previous screen. Right/Left Selection (P. 12) TEXT Displays the Teletext mode screen. (P. 22) REVEAL Displays hidden information such as solutions to riddles and puzzles. (P. 23) HOLD Temporarily holds the current Teletext page. (P.
Basic Operation Turning On and Off the Main Power Switching the TV/VIDEO Modes (INPUT1/INPUT2/TV) POWER 1 Turn on the power of the connected video equipment. 2 Press TV/VIDEO ( input source. )/( ) to select the applicable • The screen changes in order of INPUT1, INPUT2 and TV mode each time TV/VIDEO ( )/( ) is pressed. INPUT1 mode INPUT1 576I INPUT2 mode INPUT2 PAL TV mode 12 PAL B/G POWER indicator ● Press POWER.
Basic Operation (Continued) Changing Channels Sound Volume ■ To adjust the volume ● Press VOL (+) to increase the sound volume. The numerical value increases. VOLUME 50 ● Press VOL (–) to decrease the sound volume. The numerical value decreases. You can select channels using Channel Select or CH ( )/( ). • To handle the increasing number of channels available, this LCD TV set allows you to select up to 100 positions (Channels 0 to 99). One-digit and two-digit methods of selection can be used.
Preset On-Screen Display Language Selection MENU on the LCD TV set can also be used to select the language. Presetting the Channels (AUTO) Automatically tunes in and presets receivable TV stations. Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected. Upper control panel 3 1 Upper control panel 1, 2 4 2 1 Press MENU (PRESET-1) on the upper part of the LCD TV set for more than 2 seconds to display the PRESET mode screen. AUTO(B/G) VHF 1 48.
Preset (Continued) Presetting the Channels (MANUAL) ■ Setting a channel to a desired TV station Upper control panel 4 3 1, 2, 6 ■ In a weak reception area or under bad reception conditions Upper control panel 4 1 2 1 3 Press MENU (PRESET-1) on the upper part of the LCD TV set for more than 2 seconds to display the AUTO mode screen. Sound system AUTO ( B/G ) VHF 1 48.
Preset (Continued) Selected item Channel Setting (AUTO) POSITION Description The channel position changes to the upper or lower number. COLOUR SYSTEM The mode changes in the following order: PAL AUTO PAL60 SECAM N443 N358 SOUND SYSTEM The mode changes in the following order: B/G 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. 2 Press \/| to select “SETUP”. 3 Press '/" to select “CH SETUP”, and press OK. 4 Press '/" to select “AUTO”, and press OK. 5 Press '/" to select “SOUND SYSTEM”.
Selecting Menu Items ■ Menu setting screens For details on setting each menu item, refer to the page number indicated below. NOTE • The illustrations and on-screen displays in this manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual appearance. • Depending on the setting condition, such as an input mode, it may not be possible to adjust or set some items. In such cases, the alert message (Example: CANNOT OPERATE) is displayed on the menu setting screen.
Basic Adjustment Settings BOOSTER AV MODE Picture quality may improve in regions with weak signal strength using this function. AV MODE gives you preset options to choose from, to best match the image based on room-brightness and playback software used. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. 2 Press \/| to select “FEATURES”. 3 Press '/" to select “BOOSTER”, and press OK. 2 Press \/| to select “PICTURE”. 4 Press '/" to select “ON”, and press OK. 3 Press '/" to select “AV MODE”, and press OK.
Basic Adjustment Settings (Continued) BACKLIGHT Picture Adjustments You can adjust the brightness of the picture. Adjust the picture to your preference with the following picture settings. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. • The Picture Menu screen can be displayed directly by pressing Red. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. • The Picture Menu screen can be displayed directly by pressing Red. 2 Press \/| to select “PICTURE”. 3 Press '/" to select “BACKLIGHT”.
Basic Adjustment Settings (Continued) COLOUR SYSTEM (Only INPUT2 Mode) Set the system to “AUTO” for normal reception. The “AUTO” mode automatically detects the receiving signal system and changes the reception system of the set. When the picture or sound is not stable, switching to an appropriate system may improve the picture or sound quality. Colour Temperature Adjust the colour temperature to give a better white balance. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen.
Useful Features Sound Adjustments DISPLAY MODE You can adjust the sound quality to your preference with the following settings. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. 2 Press \/| to select “SOUND”. 3 Press '/" to select a specific adjustment item. • The Sound Menu screen can be displayed directly by pressing Green. O R A A O E U E S L U S N B S A N E D SETUP FEATURES LE [ 0 ]– 0 ]– [ 0 ]L NCE [ D WIDE T 2 Press \/| to select “SETUP”. 3 Press '/" to select “DISPLAY MODE”, and press OK.
Useful Features (Continued) WIDE MODE AUDIO ONLY You can select the picture display size for the playback image of the DVD player from the following four modes: “4:3”, “16:9”, “ZOOM” and “STRETCH”. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. 2 Press \/| to select “FEATURES”. 3 Press '/" to select “WIDE MODE”, and press OK. 4 Press '/" to select the desired setting, and press OK. 4:3 When listening to music from a music programme, you can turn the display off and enjoy audio only.
Useful Features (Continued) SLEEP TIMER NO OPERATION OFF You can set “SLEEP TIMER” to automatically turn off the LCD TV set. You can set the power to automatically shut down if there is no operation for 3 hours. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in SLEEP TIMER to display the Features Menu screen. 2 Press \/| to select “FEATURES”. 2 3 Press '/" to select “SLEEP TIMER”, and press OK. Press '/" to select “NO OPERATION OFF”, and press OK.
NICAM Broadcast Selection To let you enjoy NICAM broadcasting, this LCD TV set receives NICAM stereo system, bilingual, and monaural broadcasts. Stereo The LCD TV set is receiving a stereo broadcast. • Each time you press MPX, the mode changes between “NICAM STEREO” and “MONO”. • When “MONO” is selected, the TV sound is output monaurally. (When stereo sound is received) 49 49 NICAM STEREO MONO Bilingual The LCD TV set is receiving a bilingual broadcast.
A2 Stereo Broadcast Selection To let you enjoy A2 stereo broadcasting, this LCD TV set receives A2 stereo system and bilingual broadcasts. If the sound quality is poor due to a weak signal or other problems during A2 stereo broadcast reception, set the “OFF” position of the A2 to change the TV sound to monaural. Stereo The LCD TV set is receiving a stereo broadcast. • Each time you press MPX, the mode changes between “STEREO” and “MONO”. • When “MONO” is selected, the TV sound is output monaurally.
Teletext ■ What is Teletext? Teletext is an information service organised like a magazine, which is provided by some TV stations in addition to regular television broadcasting. Your LCD TV set receives special Teletext signals broadcast by a TV station, processes the information and displays it graphically on the screen. News, weather and sports information, stock exchange prices, programme reviews and closed captioning for people hard of hearing are among the many services available through Teletext.
Teletext (Continued) [3] Changing subpages If a page has been selected from among several subpages, you can display a control line which contains the subpage numbers. [5] Using Teletext menu To select the character set 1 1 Press SUBPAGE. • The control line with the subpage numbers is displayed on line 24, and the number of the currently selected subpage is displayed in blue.
Connecting with External Devices You can enjoy picture and sound by connecting a VCR or a home video game system to the terminals located on the rear of the LCD TV set. When connecting an external device, turn off the power of the LCD TV set first to prevent any possible damage. Example of External Devices that can be Connected To INPUT1 terminal • DVD Player, etc.
Troubleshooting Before calling for repair services, check the following items for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. LCD TV set Problem Sound Picture There is no picture or sound. There is no picture. Picture There is no picture from INPUT2. Check item Reference page • Make sure the AC cord is properly inserted in the power outlet. • Reception other than those of broadcasting stations can be considered. • Make sure the input mode is set to the LCD TV set.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Antenna Problem Check item The picture is not sharp. • • • • The reception may be weak. The state of the broadcast may also be bad. Make sure the antenna is facing the correct direction. Make sure the outside antenna has not been disconnected. The picture moves. The picture is doubled or tripled. The picture is spotted. There are stripes on the screen or colours fade. • Make sure the antenna is facing the correct direction.
Dimensional Drawings Unit: mm 125.8 89.8 215.3 3.1 234.7 300.8 421.7 3 403.3 494 111.8 100 160.9 181.7 208.6 413.6 100 47 12 201.2 27 LC-20SH3X_E_P24-27.p65 27 05.9.
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LC-20SH3X Congratulations on Your Purchase! This Sharp product is warranted against faults in materials and manufacture for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. LCD COLOUR TELEVISION If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.